What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at AMERICAN HEALTH SERVICES?
Job description
American Health Services is a certified, COA accredited substance abuse and addiction clinic that specializes in narcotic and opiate addiction with 20 locations throughout California and Texas.
We are seeking a Certified SUD counselor, who meets California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs certification requirements at our Venice location, early morning shift, from 5:00am to 1:30pm.
Requirements:
- A SUD counselor candidate must be Registered or Certified with CADTP or CCAPP per California DHCS regulations.
- Preference will be given to SUD counselors who have experience with medication assisted treatments used in addiction treatment programs.
Duties:
- A SUD counselor has the overall responsibility for counseling and oversight of assigned patients.
- A SUD counselor provides individual and/or group counseling for addiction and completes comprehensive assessments, interpretive summary and individualized addiction treatment plans.
- A SUD counselor maintains the client records and adheres to all State, Federal, Accreditation and Program regulations and performs duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Clinic Manager.
Benefits:
- Set hours
- Health and dental insurance
- 401 k plan
- Competitive pay
- Vacation days
- Paid sick time
Job Type: Full Time
Experience:
- Substance Abuse Counseling: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
- Venice
License:
- CADTP (Preferred)
- CCAPP (Preferred)
This position requires that applicants be Registered Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor: Must be registered by one of the agencies accredited by the NCCA and recognized by DHCS, which include CADTP and CCAPP; and who must adhere to all requirements of the California Code of Regulations, Title 9, Chapter 8 and Title 9..
- Maintain compliance with the requirements for continuing education hours and/or units (CEH or CEU) as determined by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs and/or other regulatory agencies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- counselor certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24